Strong Alley Graffiti Gallery — Local services in Knoxville

This is one of the coolest hidden treasures we've ever come across. It seems like this was a favorite place for illegal graffiti artists for years when finally someone with an eye for talent came along and said "you know what? We can make something beautiful here.". And then they invited local artists to paint murals on the walls. It was a wonder to me that we were the only ones enjoying this alley. We even got to meet one of the artists as she was putting the finishing touches on her...

It's not a typical gallery requiring check-in. This is an open-access alleyway connecting different parts of the market. A group manages the alley, inviting artists to create graffiti-style block art. Each art piece remains for one year before being replaced, so returning annually means you'll always see new trends. It's definitely worth checking out; it's pretty cool and reflects current cultural trends. I visited early in the day and saw some homeless individuals, but they kept...

A hidden Knoxville gem. I walked by several times before making a detour to look at this back alley. It is always open, a little dirty around the edges, but never threatening. The murals are fresh and fascinating, and they change from time to time. The alley is labelled Strong St. on google maps, but it is just an alley. It runs between Wall Ave and Union Ave, half a block from Market Square. Easy to find, although never crowded....